Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Emergency Out of Hours Vet Surgeon to join our OOH service providing exceptional care for our own clients as well as other feeder practices within the area. For this position we are open to discussing 7 on, 14 off OR 3-4 nights p/w rota patterns (to include weekend hours as well as week day).

Be a Part of our Brand New Referral Hospital

We're excited to announce the grand opening of our brand-new veterinary facility in Plymouth. This state-of-the-art clinic, located just 1 mile north of the Devon Expressway (A38), is designed to offer an exceptional environment for both first opinion and secondary referral services.

Our new facility will be equipped with cutting-edge technology, including Plymouth's very first Veterinary Computed Tomography (CT) machine. This advanced equipment will allow us to provide unparalleled diagnostic capabilities to our patients.

The building features dedicated wards for dogs, cats, rabbits, and exotics, ensuring that each species receives specialised, compassionate care in a comfortable and stress-free environment. Multiple procedural spaces, all centered around a spacious prep room, will enhance our ability to perform a wide range of treatments and surgeries with ease.

We've also made sure our team will have everything they need to work efficiently and comfortably, with a large staff room and office spaces that foster collaboration and well-being.

Join our 24/7 Emergency Service

Our dedicated night team of Vets and Nurses provide the 'Vetcall' service for Plymouth between the hours of 6.30pm and 8.30am. A twilight nurse team bridges the day and night teams and we pride ourselves on having dedicated support for worried owners overnight with the Night Nurse and Night Vet remaining on site at all times for in patient care and any emergencies that may occur.

We are looking for someone with a real passion for emergency work and experience in handling surgeries and critical patients. We fully encourage CPD and further qualifications and pride ourselves in fostering a learning environment for all staff to be able to reach their full potential.

Live and Work in a Fantastic City

Plymouth is Britain's Ocean City and presents excellent opportunities for land and water-based activities as well as a vibrant cultural scene, with good access to the Southwest or Europe. There are not many better cities in which to live and work so if you are looking to relocate, we can offer you full support with this too.

Because our Employees Matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

6.6 weeks annual leave Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday Holiday allowance accrues with length of service up to a maximum of 7.2 weeks per annum.

Wellbeing

Private medical insurance Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing Non-accidental injury support

Development

1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid (all pro rata). Certificate support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding All our Vets get 1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

BVA membership VDS cover RCVS fees

Additional

Pawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer Discounted staff pet care




Up to 75,000 per annum DOE